Flipping and STRs are all anyone sees on TV - there are so many more strategies that aren’t as time and $$ intense.Hi Sandra! 

@Cole DobbsIn addition, I may be able to help you and connect you with some key real estate investor players in the Houston, Texas market since I am an Investor myself that have done most of these real estate investing strategies and also an investor-broker who has helped over 400 investors like you. 

It will give you a 30,000 feet view of real estate investing as a whole for different strategies and will allow you to find new ideas and to explore and see what works for you!

Hi All - When selling a property with the intention of immediately buying another building via a 1031 exchange, can anyone recommend strategies for removing or at least lessening the risk of running out of time to meet the 1031 deadlines?

Here are a few strategies to consider for funding a down payment:Partnering: Like Gregory mentioned, finding a partner who can contribute to the down payment in exchange for equity or a profit share is a solid option.HELOC or Cash-Out Refi: If you have equity in your home or another property, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can provide the funds you need.Private Money: Reach out to friends, family, or private investors who may be interested in lending you the down payment with a promissory note.Seller Second: In some cases, the seller might agree to finance a portion of the down payment as a second mortgage.Live Frugally and Save: It takes time, but reducing expenses and setting aside funds from your income is a tried-and-true method.The right approach depends on your situation and deal structure, but a mix of creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way.

If you're considering starting with a duplex using a VA loan, that's a great strategy, especially for house hacking.

Dig into more of why you're investing and if cashflow is the short term goal there are markets and strategies for that, ask anyone investing in the buckeye.

Sounds like you’re in a strong financial position, and it’s clear you’ve put a lot of thought into your strategy. 

To the point where there was very little partnership or strategy alignment, and their advisors were ignoring our request for our 30 minutes in their email responses. 

I always look at the exit strategy for the property to determine which kind of Creative Finance I would use.